Description
Mechanical Project Engineer is a vital contributor to the success of our construction projects serving as the technical backbone for planning coordination and execution. From reviewing drawings and managing RFIs to supporting submittals procurement and quality control this role ensures every system is designed and delivered with precision.
Youll work closely with Project Managers Superintendents and field teams to resolve technical challenges coordinate with design teams and keep projects aligned with schedule and budget. This role is ideal for an engineer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is eager to apply both critical thinking and mechanical expertise in the field.
Mechanical Project Engineers are valued for their problem-solving ability communication skills and attention to detail. Their work supports seamless collaboration between design and construction helping bring complex systems to life safely efficiently and to the highest standard.
At RK Self. Made. isnt a tagline its how work gets done. People here build more than projects; they build capability confidence and careers they can be proud of. With so much work designed and fabricated in-house ideas move quickly from concept to shop floor to job site. Teams collaborate across disciplines solve real-world challenges and grow through hands-on work that truly matters.
RK Company Overview
RK Industries is a second-generation family-owned company led by brothers Rick and Jon Kinning. With seven specialized business units working together we deliver construction fabrication manufacturing and building services with a focus on safety quality and craftsmanship.
People join RK for the craftsmanship complexity and the ability to make a real impact. Our in-house capabilities mean employees see their ideas become real solutions creating meaningful collaboration and clear visibility into how work gets built. Growth happens through challenging projects mentorship from experienced builders and opportunities that stretch your skill set.
With RK University accredited apprenticeships competitive benefits and deep community investment RK offers the stability of a family-owned company with the opportunity and momentum of an industry leader.
Position Summary
Maintenance and administration functions necessary for successful completion of projects. Processing submittals expediting deliveries generating and tracking all administrative documentation and preparing project closeout records. Assist with preparation of budgets billings and change estimates buyout and negotiation of subcontractors monitoring of labor hours and project costs coordination with owners architects engineers general contractors subcontractors and -house coordination with field workforce and estimating purchasing and accounting departments and processing accounts payable.
Role Responsibilities
Assist with and / or perform the following as delegated by the assigned Project Manager :Manage contractual agreements with owners contractors subcontractors material suppliers field staff and within RKMIs management system.Ensure daily corporate documentation is completed and up to date including time cards daily reports additional work authorizations receiving documents as-built drawings etc.Negotiate terms conditions and scope of work for contractual agreements issued to RKMI in accordance with corporate policies and procedures and estimate bid proposal.Prepare and distribute initial project budget.Coordinate and attend RKMI in-house pre-construction meetings.Ensure permits and / or licenses are obtained and current for project.Coordinate timely completion and thorough buy-out procedures on materials and equipment in conjunction with the superintendent and purchasing department with emphasis on maintaining all buy-outs under the established budget.Ensure superintendents take-offs are complete accurate and on time.Buy-out negotiate and issue all lower-tier subcontract(s) with emphasis on complete scopes in compliance with the contract documents and within the established budget.Oversee and coordinate the project submittal approval process.Responsible for proper / timely processing of shop drawings product submittals operation and maintenance manuals and recording all as-built drawings.Responsible for the administration of the signed subcontract requirements with respect to conformance with the agreement contract documents and change orders.Assist in the development preparation and finalization of RKMIs mechanical construction CPM schedule with input from superintendent(s).Coordinate ordering processing and delivery of materials and equipment with vendors and purchasing department.Coordinate communications and correspondences from owners general contractors and subcontractors.Review reports including those prepared by local police for completeness and accuracy and forward to vice president of finance.Ensure project quality control procedures are followed during construction process in accordance with the contract documents and RKMIs policies and procedures.Ensure that change orders requests (CORs) are processed in accordance with proper procedures and that the superintendent has information required for implementation.Ensure change orders (COs) are processed on time and are properly documented.Coordinate and track take-off orders procurement and release of change orders items with the purchasing department and superintendent(s).Responsible for initiating overseeing and verifying billings.Verify that all materials invoiced and work billed has been delivered to and / or completed at job site.Review and monitor labor costs hours and projections with superintendent(s).Provide monthly and quarterly information to project manager vice president of operations and vice president of finance including but not limited to : forecasted estimate on costs required for completion of project outstanding extra work total costs and amount that has been performed but un-billed encountered busts in the bid and pending claims.Assist in legal claims as necessary.Responsible for job closeout being performed in proper and efficient manner and keeping the project manager and vice president of operation informed of closeout status.Monitor crafts compliance with company / project safety program requirements.Assist safety manager with preparation documentation and distribution of accident reports.Assist in resolution of conflicts with client a / e liaison etc.Optimize the profitability of the company by demonstrating the ability of a decision maker with reliable and mature judgment.Qualifications
Indirect supervision.Fully competent in all conventional aspects of subject matter or functional area.Plans and conducts work requiring judgment in independent evaluation selection and substantial adaptation / modification of standards.Devises new solutions to problems encountered.Independently performs most assignments with instructionReceives guidance for unusual or complex problems and supervisor approval for changes in standards.3-5 years of experience in a related position.College / university graduate or equivalent combination of skills and experience generally expected for specified technical rolesWhat Sets RK Industries Apart
Safety : Our unmatched culture of safety is our foremost core value guiding everything we do each day : Health Safety & EnvironmentalAwards : Whether in Construction Manufacturing Fabrication or Service RK Industries is highly recognized and accredited throughout the industry : Accreditations & RecognitionBenefits : RK Industries offers competitive benefits to support your growth and well-being : Benefits & RewardsPhilanthropy : RK Industries not only builds our community through our projects but also invests in it by supporting local services for over a decade through the RK Foundation : RK FoundationDevelopment : Through RK University we provide hands-on training and development opportunities that empower employees to advance their careers and grow within the company to include leadership and technical learning opportunities we well as our accredited apprentice program : RK University & RK Apprenticeship ProgramApplications are accepted on an ongoing basis
RK Industries LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin sexual orientation gender identity disability protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law
Required Experience :
IC
Key Skills
Primavera,Microstation,Bluebeam,Construction Estimating,Construction Experience,ProCore,Mechanical Engineering,Project Engineering,Project Management,Autocad,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project
Employment Type : Full-Time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Yearly Salary Salary : 65000 - 80000
